***SORRY, BUT THIS CLASS HAS BEEN CANCELLED***

Registration Deadline: 4/27/2012

Course Description:

Workshop will dissect the progression of the developmental sequence into the sensory, motor, and cognitive components that come together to create the foundation for independent function. A better understanding of what is “typical” versus “atypical” motor development, as well as, how, when and where to intervene with facilitation techniques to improve movement patterns are primary goals. Course content can be applied to any age population. Comfortable clothes a must. Target audience: PT’s, OT’s, MT’s.

Instructor Bio:

Amy Furlong, PT is an honors graduate of Nassau Community College’s physical therapy assisting program and Russell Sage College’s physical therapy program. She has worked with children for over 25 years in a variety of settings; specializing in providing services for the 0-5 year-old population. Amy is certified in Neurodevelopmental Treatment (NDT) and has assisted Suzanne Davis, international NDT instructor, with her Baby & Young Child Courses. She uses an eclectic approach to therapy that is grounded in the understanding of typical development and the pieces that must come together for the acquisition of a skill..